As the title of this blog reveals…I’ve got issues. I struggle with trust. I struggle with rest. These two issues are forever tied together. “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble … Continue reading →

What a night. Seriously, I am overwhelmed with gratitude that God met us last night at MPCC. Thank You, Father, for the honor of worshipping You. Thank You for this amazing church that I get the opportunity to serve. Thank You for an absolutely incredible team of staff and volunteers that serve together week after … Continue reading →

“We talkin’ bout practice?” Those words were spoken by former NBA star Allen Iverson back in 2002. He was being questioned by a reporter for missing his team’s practice. It was quite a rant, one that has gone down in recent sports history as an example…and not a good one at that. He went on … Continue reading →

It takes such incredible courage to share your story. Allowing even one person – a close friend or your spouse – to hear your story can be so intimidating. Sharing your story in front of thousands? Oh my… This past Easter at MPCC we wanted to open our services in a very special way by having … Continue reading →

What a weekend. Easter 2014 at MPCC will always be an incredible memory for me, as we celebrated God’s Amazing Grace. I am so grateful for our Worship Staff and incredible volunteers, and a Pastor who ROCKS! We are so thankful for Greg & Stefanie and their willingness to share their stories with us – … Continue reading →

It’s a very special week. It’s certainly special in the life of The Church but actually, it’s special for every single person who has ever walked the earth. This is the week that makes all the difference for us…it’s the week when we remember that Jesus died for every one of us, as it says in … Continue reading →

I love the language of Psalm 31. This psalm paints an incredible picture for us. It gives us a roadmap for dealing with adversity: When we are in distress, we find true hope in Jesus alone. When people turn their backs on us, we find true hope in Jesus alone. When we face incredible adversity, … Continue reading →

Wow. Coming off of last night’s Night Of Worship at MPCC all I can say is WOW. I am so grateful to the Lord that HE met us here in such a powerful way. I am humbled and blessed to serve with such a gifted Worship Staff and Volunteer Team as well. It took a … Continue reading →

Worship is defined as: The Feeling or Expression of Reverence and Adoration. I love that. I don’t reflect on words like reverence or adoration often enough. Those words inspire an This Sunday night, October 27 at 6pm, we will be doing just that, as we gather for our annual “Night Of Worship,” at MPCC. Are … Continue reading →

I have often said that we live in a time when some very gifted people are writing some amazing songs for us to sing in worship. We recently introduced “Great I Am” in our services at MPCC. You’ll find the video below. I hope it encourages you. I love these lyrics from the bridge: The … Continue reading →

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Exodus 14:13-14 (NIV)

13 Moses answered the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today. The Egyptians you see today you will never see again. 14 The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.”